Ramblers Backpacking Camp

OvernightNature & outdoors

Campers travel through Pisgah National Forest on a backpacking trip and sleep outdoors. They learn packing, campsite setup, outdoor cooking, knots, sanitation, Leave No Trace, navigation, and group communication.

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Details

Who: Rising 8th–12th grade
Season: Jun 14 – Jun 17
Price: $399/session

Where

Forest Camp Base Camp, Pisgah National Forest
Pisgah Forest, NC
~45 min drive from downtown (from town)Map

Good to know

In the camp’s own words.

Financial aid: Yes. “We partner with local schools, community organizations, and generous donors to provide need-based scholarships for families.”

Sources

Checked Oct 29, 2026.

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